Learn how to accurately cut and assemble pieces to make a box. Sounds deceptively simple, but the skills you’ll acquire are the building blocks of furniture, cabinets, rough framing, or even just more boxes!

This is a terrific introductory class for new carpenters looking to learn the basics around a tool bench and it provides an ideal foundation for more complicated woodworking projects in the future! The unique box you build can be hung up on a wall and used as a bookshelf, display case, storage container or shadow box. By using reclaimed building materials from The RE Store, participants will learn how select, work with, and get the most out of reclaimed and salvaged lumber, tools, and more. Come join The Foundry and The RE Store in creating something new out of something old.

Skill level: This class is built for beginners

Topics covered:

measuring & marking accurately

basic tablesaw use & safety

assembly: power drill, nail gun and hand tools

Intro to finishing techniques

IMPORTANT EVENT INFO
Class fees & donations: All class fees include materials. Want to throw in a little extra to support our programs and build a scholarship fund? There’s a donation option at registration to add any amount that you want to pay forward.

Refund policy: We currently do not offer refunds or transfers between classes. You may, however, transfer your ticket to another person who is 18 or older. If you need help finding someone to take your spot, you are welcome to post on our Facebook Page or ask us to share your email address with the class waitlist.

Brought to you by:

The Foundry, Bellingham’s Makerspace is a volunteer run nonprofit that provides access to high tech and traditional tools, workspace, classes and community connections. Join our wonderful community of creative people making awesome things. Volunteers and techers needed. What’s your passion?

The RE Store has been building up Whatcom County since 1993. They are your one stop shop for reclaimed and used building materials, vintage decor, building salvage services, DIY inspiration and more.